Plant Maintenance Manager

Role & responsibilities

Plant Maintenance Management:

• Oversee the planning, execution, and tracking of preventive and corrective maintenance programs.
• Develop and manage plant maintenance budgets, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively and efficiently.
• Schedule and oversee routine maintenance activities to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with the production and operations teams to minimize downtime and ensure equipment reliability.
• Develop and implement a maintenance strategy to minimize unplanned downtime, with a focus on reducing MTTR (Mean Time to Repair) and improving MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures).
• Respond promptly to breakdowns, troubleshoot, and perform necessary repairs to minimize downtime and prevent further damage.

Engineering Support & Optimization:

• Drive engineering projects aimed at improving plant efficiency, reducing downtime, and enhancing product quality.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and lead efforts to implement best practices and new technologies.
• Oversee capital projects, including the installation and commissioning of new machinery or equipment.

Team Leadership:

• Lead and motivate the production team to achieve production targets and quality objectives.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide feedback, and facilitate training as needed.

Process Optimization:

• Continuously analyse all machine performance & processes to identify opportunities for improvement and increased efficiency.
• Implement lean manufacturing principles to streamline workflows and reduce waste.
• Regularly monitor equipment performance metrics, analyse trends in MTTR and MTBF, and provide reports to senior management.

Safety Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and best practices in the production environment.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols to create a secure working environment for all team members.
• Ensure that all maintenance work is performed following industry standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements.

Equipment Maintenance:

• Collaborate with the production team to ensure that equipment is well-maintained and operating at optimal levels.

Cost Management:

• Monitor maintenance costs and implement cost-effective measures to enhance overall profitability.
• Work with the finance team to develop and manage maintenance budgets.

Collaboration:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering and Production to ensure seamless coordination and communication.

Provide regular updates on Maintenance status and address any challenges or bottlenecks

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
• Experience with automotive manufacturing processes and equipment, preferably in the electric vehicle or automotive industry.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire team.
• Familiarity with PLC programming and automation systems.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.